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501-2259 Sun Microsystems System Board Motherboard for SPARCstation 10

SKU:
501-2259
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Sun Microsystems System Board designed for SPARCstation 10
  • Supports SPARC architecture processors
  • Enables seamless integration with legacy SPARCstation setups
  • Reliable motherboard built for workstation performance
In stock

$310.16

Product Overview

The Sun Microsystems System Board for the SPARCstation 10 acts as the main circuit board, hosting key processors and memory modules. It fits within the workstation’s chassis and supports the architecture required for running SPARC-based UNIX systems, making it a core component for maintaining and operating these classic workstations.

General Information

Brand Sun Microsystems
Part Number 501-2259

Technical Information

Chipset Sun Microsystems proprietary system controller/chipset (SPARCstation 10 platform)
Compatible Processors MBus SuperSPARC, SuperSPARC-II, hyperSPARC (MBus CPU modules)
Board Socket Type MBus CPU module slots (MBus)
Expansion Slots SBus (3x SBus slots)
USB Port None

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor Sun SPARCstation 10 proprietary motherboard (workstation form factor)
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

Assembly Required Yes
Eco Friendly Yes
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL


Product Description

This system board from Sun Microsystems is built specifically for the SPARCstation 10, a workstation popular in technical and scientific environments. It serves as the main motherboard, hosting the SPARC processors and connecting crucial components to keep the workstation running efficiently.

Often found in engineering labs and development centers, this board is essential for maintaining older SPARCstation systems or reviving vintage hardware setups. It's typically used by IT professionals or enthusiasts who require a stable platform for running legacy UNIX applications.

Key Features

  • Compatible with SPARCstation 10 hardware and peripherals
  • Supports multiple SPARC CPUs for multitasking and processing power
  • Includes slots for memory expansion to enhance performance
  • Built with durable components for long-term reliability
  • Allows integration of legacy I/O devices common in SPARC environments

The motherboard is usually deployed inside SPARCstation 10 enclosures, maintaining older but still critical computing tasks. It plays a key role in environments where legacy SPARC workstations remain in use, providing dependable hardware support without the need for full system replacement.


Use Cases

The Sun Microsystems System Board for SPARCstation 10 is primarily utilized in environments where legacy SPARC architecture workstations are maintained for specific UNIX-based workloads. IT departments in research institutions, engineering firms, and legacy data centers rely on this motherboard to ensure continued operation and compatibility within their existing SPARCstation infrastructure.

How It's Used:

  • Restoring and upgrading SPARCstation 10 workstations in academic research labs running specialized UNIX applications.
  • Supporting engineering organizations that depend on SPARC-based systems for legacy CAD and simulation software workloads.
  • Maintaining operational continuity in data centers managing archival systems with SPARCstation 10 hardware.
  • Facilitating hardware repairs and refurbishment in IT departments dedicated to sustaining legacy SPARC environments.
  • Enabling virtualization testbeds that require authentic SPARC hardware platforms for software validation and development.

By integrating this system board, organizations can preserve the performance and reliability of their SPARCstation 10 units, ensuring that critical UNIX workloads remain stable. This supports long-term operational efficiency in niche environments where migration to newer architectures is not immediately feasible.


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501-2259 Sun Microsystems System Board Motherboard for SPARCstation 10
501-2259 Sun Microsystems System Board Motherboard for SPARCstation 10
$310.16